Kinfolk

Jun 2025

Tree Hugging is an editorial project for Kinfolk that leans into the interplay between human connection and the organic textures of the woodland environment. Captured with a focus on candid interaction, the series places its subjects amidst gnarled tree trunks and dappled park settings to evoke a sense of quiet tranquility. Photographed by Daria Kobayashi Ritch, the imagery utilizes natural light to maintain an authentic and observational quality. The execution relies on analogue film techniques, resulting in a warm, grainy aesthetic that highlights the physical intimacy between subjects and their natural surroundings. Hair styling by Maranda Widlund further emphasizes this grounded, earthy mood.

Editorial, Vertical, Warm

Natural light

Editorial